This volume contains the proceedings of a conference on reproduction in domestic ruminants. It examines advances in the field, and gives examples of how this knowledge is being exploited to improve the health and welfare of ruminant farm animals.

The proceedings of the Third International Ruminant Reproduction Symposium held in Nice on 25th-28th March, 1990.

First multi-year cumulation covers six years: 1965-70.

In this refreshingly integrated account, the author reviews reproductive function in humans, wild and domestic mammals, highlighting the loci suitable for manipulation. Controlling Reproduction is a practical comparative text which will be of interest to anyone concerned with mammalian reproduction.

Specialist reference and practical guidebook on goat reproductive health, emphasizing reproductive diseases, their clinical management, and production management Elements of Reproduction and Reproductive Diseases of Goats discusses the reproductive system and various reproductive diseases of goats, with coverage of pathogenesis of diseases, disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment via drugs and other methods, along with general best management of goats. To aid in reader comprehension and practical application, the book includes colored figures, lined figures, and tables visualizing key concepts. The book explains reproductive anatomy of both males and females in a systematic way. The main topics in this book include breeding characteristics, pregnancy detection, diagnosis, and treatment, management of infertility, obstetrics, abortion, surgery of the reproductive tract, and care and management of kids. The book emphasizes state-of-the-art research on the physiological and biochemical mechanisms in regulation of reproduction. Edited by a highly qualified practitioner and contributed to by a wide variety of contributors, each with specialized knowledge in their respective area of knowledge, Elements of Reproduction and Reproductive Diseases of Goats covers sample topics such as: Puberty and sexual maturity, selection criteria, nutrition, parasitic infection, seasonal perspectives, and estrus synchronization Preparation for breeding season, gestation and parturition, lactation, reproductive failures, and postpartum care Diseases of the glans penis and prepuce, urethra, scrotum and inguinal lymph nodes, prostate, and testis Infectious abortive diseases, including chlamydiosis, toxoplasmosis, q fever, brucellosis, and campylobacteriosis, along with non-infectious abortive diseases Ketosis and pregnancy toxemia, hypocalcemia, uterine and rectal prolapse, retained placenta and fetal membranes, metritis and endometritis, pyometra, and mastitis Elements of Reproduction and Reproductive Diseases of Goats is a highly comprehensive resource on the subject ideal for veterinary practitioners, small ruminant researchers, veterinary students, farm managers, industrialists, and all professionals involved in the raising, care, and breeding of goats, along with students and instructors in related programs of study.

Includes the Proceedings of the Society for the Study of Fertility.

Human reproductive cloning is an assisted reproductive technology that would be carried out with the goal of creating a newborn genetically identical to another human being. It is currently the subject of much debate around the world, involving a variety of ethical, religious, societal, scientific, and medical issues. Scientific and Medical Aspects of Human Reproductive Cloning considers the scientific and medical sides of this issue, plus ethical issues that pertain to human-subjects research. Based on experience with reproductive cloning in animals, the report concludes that human reproductive cloning would be dangerous for the woman, fetus, and newborn, and is likely to fail. The study panel did not address the issue of whether human reproductive cloning, even if it were found to be medically safe, would beâ€"or would not beâ€"acceptable to individuals or society.

Reproductive Technologies in Animals provides the most updated and comprehensive knowledge on the various aspects and applications of reproductive technologies in production animals as well as companion, wild, exotic, and laboratory animals and birds. The text synthesizes historical information and recent discoveries, while dealing with economical and geographical issues related to the implementation of the same technologies. It also presents the effects of reproductive technology implementation on animal welfare and the possible threat of pathogen transmission.Reproductive Technologies in Animals is an important resource for academics, researchers, professionals in public and private animal business, and students at the undergraduate and graduate levels, as it gives a full and detailed first-hand analysis of all species subjected to the use of reproductive technologies. - Provides research from a team of scientists and researchers whose expertise spans all aspects of animal reproductive technologies - Addresses the use of reproductive technologies in a wide range of animal species - Offers a complete description and historical background for each species described - Discusses successes and failure as well as future challenges in reproductive technologies

Ein umfassendes Nachschlagewerk mit praktischen, maßgeblichen Informationen zu allen Aspekten der Rindertheriogenologie Die neu überarbeitete zweite Ausgabe von Bovine Reproduction bietet einen ausführlichen Überblick über alle wichtigen Themen rund um die Rinderreproduktion. Das Werk wurde von führenden Experten auf dem Gebiet verfasst und ist ein unverzichtbares Referenzwerk für alle Tierärzte, die sich mit der Fruchtbarkeit von Rindern beschäftigen. Bovine Reproduction ist in mehrere Abschnitte unterteilt: über den Bullen, die Kuh, das neugeborene Kalb und Techniken der assistierten Reproduktion. Die neue Ausgabe enthält Kapitel über neue Genmanipulationstechniken, den Umgang mit problematischen Spendern, Lähmung und viele weitere Themen. Veraltete und überflüssige Angaben aus der ersten Ausgabe wurden entfernt und durch Informationen über neue Krankheiten, Technologien, Verfahren, Techniken und Behandlungsmöglichkeiten von Fertilitätsproblemen ersetzt. Auf der neuen begleitenden Website stehen Bilder und Tabellen aus dem Buch im PowerPoint-Format zur Verfügung. Neben den über 675 vollfarbigen Abbildungen bietet das Werk insbesondere: * Eine ausführliche Diskussion der Anatomie und Physiologie des Bullen, auch in Bezug auf die endokrine und exokrine Funktion der Rinderhoden und die Thermoregulation der Hoden * Eine Betrachtung des Zucht- und Gesundheitsmanagements bei Bullen mit einer Bewertung der Zuchttauglichkeit und einem Abschnitt über Ultraschalluntersuchungen des Fortpflanzungstrakts * Eine Analyse der Anatomie, Physiologie sowie des Zucht- und Gesundheitsmanagements bei Kühen, auch in Bezug auf fötale Programmierung, das Mikrobiom des Fortpflanzungstrakts und mit einem Abschnitt über Geburtshilfe und Reproduktionschirurgie * Einen Überblick über die Intensivpflege des neugeborenen Kalbes und die wirksame Untersuchung und Gabe von Kolostrum * Eine Einführung in assistierte moderne Reproduktionstechnologien Das praktische umfassende Nachschlagewerk ist ein unverzichtbarer Ratgeber für Rinderzüchter, Theriogenologen, Tierzuchtwissenschaftler, Studierende der Veterinärmedizin und angehende Ärzte mit einer Spezialisierung auf Rinder.